Ypsilanti District Library’s social worker bridges the gap between patrons and local resources they need — everything from housing support to simply listening without judgment.
QA with Jeffrey Capizzano, Policy Equity Group, on the implementation of Pre-K for All no-cost preschool for Michigan 4-year-olds.
This Voices of Youth story focuses on teenagers' experiences with racism in their schools, describing the casual use of slurs and stereotypes as both painful and normalized among peers trying to fit in. While some youth express hope for change, others feel racism has become more insidious and less overt.
Bridgett Blough and Trent Thompson of Of The Land in Battle Creek are redefining weddings with their June 7 Elopement Day, offering intimate ceremonies for just $2,900 — well below the national average.
The Kalamazoo College Singers present the Michigan premiere of Hymnody of Earth, a choral work by Malcolm Dalglish inspired by Wendell Berry’s writings, on Tuesday, May 20, at Stetson Chapel.
Proposed Medicaid funding cuts would dismantle critical services, especially for residents facing poverty, mental illness, or substance use disorders — and reduce access to mental health services for all.
The loss of a missing or murdered Indigenous person deeply impacts entire communities, as systemic issues of underreporting and inadequate justice persist. Tribes like the Notawaseppi Huron Band of the Potowatomi continue to demand accountability and raise awareness through events like National MMIP Awareness Day.
Kalamazoo bids farewell to Dean Hauck, the spirited soul behind Michigan News Agency, whose store was a haven for readers, writers, and community voices since 1947. Her legacy lives on in every page turned, every story shared, and memories of the unmistakable scent of print.
Antiques expert Jack Girsbach will speak at the Battle Creek Regional History Museum on May 10, sharing tips on spotting valuable finds and stories from his collection. The event explores the evolving appeal of collecting across generations.
High school burnout goes beyond stress, driven by academic pressure and personal struggles. Support from teachers and the community can make a crucial difference.
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